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NY A03313
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Doug Smith
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AI Summary
- Removes the current seasonal limitation on state liability for highway defects, which previously only applied from May 1 through November 15
- Makes the state liable year-round for damages suffered by persons from defects in state highways maintained by the Department of Transportation
- Maintains existing exemption from liability for defects in bridges over which the state has no control
- Preserves current rules for state maintenance responsibility within incorporated villages, limiting liability to the state-maintained portion of improved highways
Legislative Description
Imposes liability on the state for damages to persons caused by defects in state highways year round.
Last Action
referred to transportation
1/7/2026
Committee Referrals
Transportation1/27/2025
Full Bill Text
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